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Christmas Mini Trifles

Delight in Christmas Mini Trifles: Effortless Holiday Joy

Enjoy festive layers of sponge cake, jelly, custard, and whipped cream in these delightful Christmas Mini Trifles.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 10 mini cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 loaf Sponge Cake homemade or store-bought
  • 2 teaspoons Orange Juice or Sherry for soaking
For the Fruity Layer
  • 1 package Strawberry/Raspberry Jelly Crystals or alternative flavors like peach or blackcurrant
For the Creamy Layer
  • 2 cups Vanilla Custard store-bought or homemade
  • 2 cups Whipped Cream or whipped coconut cream for a dairy-free option
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Strawberries sliced or any seasonal fruit
  • 1/2 cup Peppermint or Candy Canes crushed for garnish

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Spoon
  • Mini dessert cups
  • piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by slicing your sponge cake into small cubes, about 1-inch pieces. Divide evenly among 10 mini cups to create a base layer.
  2. Pour approximately 2 teaspoons of orange juice or sherry over the sponge cubes in each cup and let soak for 5-10 minutes.
  3. Prepare the jelly crystals according to package instructions with boiling water. Once dissolved, let cool slightly before pouring over the sponge in each cup.
  4. Refrigerate the mini cups for about 3-4 hours to let the jelly set completely.
  5. Spoon a layer of vanilla custard over the jelly in each cup, filling about three-quarters full.
  6. Dollop whipped cream generously on top of the custard, using a piping bag or a spoon for a decorative swirl.
  7. Garnish each trifle with sliced strawberries and crushed peppermint or candy canes for a festive touch.
  8. Assemble your trifles 6-8 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mini cupCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 85mgPotassium: 90mgSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure jelly is fully set before adding custard. Assemble trifles the day before for best flavor integration.

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